Axelar has emerged as a key player in addressing challenges within decentralized applications and protocols, as highlighted in the recent Flipside cross-chain report. Despite the low percentage of Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) addresses involved in cross-chain transactions, Axelar's innovative solutions show promise in transforming this sector.

The appeal of Axelar lies in its Interchain Token Service (ITS) and General Message Passing (GMP) features, which streamline the development of decentralized applications across multiple blockchains. By automating token creation and enabling function calls across protocols, Axelar simplifies the complexity of cross-chain interoperability.

The growing usage of Axelar's cross-chain solution reflects its popularity among developers and users. With significant growth in GMP and ITS utilization, Axelar has garnered over 270,000 unique users, particularly in the Ethereum ecosystem, surpassing competitors like Wormhole and LayerZero in terms of usage.

Despite trailing in bridging volume compared to LayerZero, Axelar's bridging volume surpasses $1 billion and could be undervalued due to non-EVM chains not fully accounted for in data comparisons.

One driving force behind Axelar's growth is the Squid Router, a cross-chain swap engine facilitating GMP transactions and integration with decentralized exchanges like dYdX and PancakeSwap. With a focus on security and decentralization through a large validator set, Axelar stands out among cross-chain protocols.

Emphasizing accessibility for developers, Axelar positions itself as a reliable solution for implementing a multichain strategy, potentially propelling growth in interoperability protocols. The report indicates a shift towards decentralized cross-chain activity, hinting at significant growth opportunities for protocols like Axelar in the future.